Live Theater in the Hamptons | boots on the ground theater®
Our theater company in the Hamptons was founded in 2016 by Bonnie Grice and produces immersive, historical and relevant theater from the unique perspective of Long Island’s East End. History comes alive through our MainStage and on-site productions, workshops, and a “fan favorite” for the holidays: The Dickens Carolers!
boots on the ground theater®
Our theater company in the Hamptons was founded in 2016 by Bonnie Grice and produces immersive, historical and relevant theater from the unique perspective of Long Island’s East End. History comes alive through our MainStage and on-site productions, workshops, and a “fan favorite” for the holidays: The Dickens Carolers!
Tom Rosante “Sherlock’s Secret Life”. Photo credit Dane DuPuis
Tom Rosante “Sherlock’s Secret Life”. Photo credit Dane DuPuis
Tom Rosante “Sherlock’s Secret Life”. Photo credit Dane DuPuis
Upcoming Productions
The Dickens Carolers are getting ready to entertain!
BOTGT is excited to return to the Port Jefferson Charles Dickens Festival Saturday December 4 for their kick off parade at 11am. And Sunday December 19 at 2pm at the Sag Harbor Historical Society. We’ll be strolling and singing, decked out in our Dickens finery for both events. Come celebrate!
The Agitators by Mat Smart
Mark your calendars for our upcoming production at the Vail Leavitt Theatre in Riverhead, April 8-10, and April 15-17, 2022.
A Chemical Imbalance by Lauren Wilson
BOTGT returns to the Southampton Cultural Center next October 7-23, 2022 with this Mainstage production directed by Mark Heidemann. We’ll be holding open auditions in the new year.
What Audiences Are Saying About Us
“Boots on the Ground Theater is doing beautiful and important work for the community and beyond.”
– Elizabeth Sorensen
“Boots on the Ground Theater not only entertains, but they captivate our imagination and educate our community.”
– John Brancati
“…a seasoned troupe of actors who have created several inspiring, historical reenactments…”
– Tom Edmonds
“Boots on the Ground satisfies a magical niche in the East End’s live performance offerings…always leaving us moved to laughter or tears, and wanting more.
– A. Harum Schiavoni
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About Us
boots on the ground theater® is an independent theater company in the Hamptons that was founded in 2016 by actor/producer and veteran broadcaster Bonnie Grice. Our focus is history theater. Telling the stories of who and what have come before with an eye to historical significance as seen through a modern lens.
Emma Suhr, Tina Marie Realmuto “The Miracle Worker”. Photo credit Tom Kochie
We're For Hire
In addition to our MainStage productions as a “Company in Residence” at the Southampton Cultural Center, boots on the ground theater® offers a wide range of historical re-enactments, workshops and The Dickens Carolers for the holidays. Costumes and sets historically inspired, with a contemporary twist. We’ve even resurrected some historic film stars. Check out what we can do to liven up your event planning!